Ks1 Teaching Assistant

APT Education Recruitment Ltd; Tyseley; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A primary education recruitment agency is seeking a Full-Time EYFS & KS1 Teaching Assistant to support pupils at a primary school in Birmingham B45. The role requires experience in EYFS and KS1, with key responsibilities including providing 1:1 support and leading small group interventions. Ideal candidates will have a passion for supporting young learners and a commitment to professional standards.

Benefits

Direct, personal support throughout placement

Focus on quality over quantity

Qualifications

• Experience working closely with teachers to deliver engaging learning experiences.
• Willingness to obtain a fully enhanced DBS on the Update Service.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 support for pupils with additional needs.
• Lead and assist with small group interventions in literacy and numeracy.
• Contribute to the wider school community.

Skills

UK school or nursery experience in EYFS and KS1

Supporting pupils with SEN

Proven track record of supporting pupils

Education

GCSE in English and Maths

Job description

Full‑Time EYFS & KS1 Teaching Assistant - Birmingham B45

APT Education, the challenger brand in primary recruitment, is seeking experienced EYFS & KS1 Teaching Assistants to join a welcoming primary school in the Birmingham B45 area (near Frankley Green). This is a full‑time role, Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 3:30pm, supporting pupils across Early Years and Key Stage 1.

🏫 The Role

• Provide 1:1 support for pupils with additional needs
• Lead and assist with small group interventions in literacy and numeracy
• Work closely with teachers to deliver engaging EYFS and KS1 learning experiences
• Contribute to the wider school community with professionalism and care

✅ Candidate Requirements

• UK school or nursery experience in EYFS and KS1 (essential)
• GCSE (or equivalent) in English and Maths
• Proven track record of supporting pupils individually and in groups
• Experience supporting pupils with SEN (Special Educational Needs)
• A fully enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one)

🌍 Why APT Education?

• We're a challenger brand - raising standards in safeguarding, compliance, and candidate care
• Direct, personal support throughout your placement
• A focus on quality over quantity - matching the right people to the right schools

📩 If you're passionate about supporting young learners and want to make a difference in a primary school in Birmingham B45, apply today and join a brand that's reshaping primary education recruitment